* Please Note: This information is based partly on Traditional Medicine which uses natural materials to support health. This information has not been evaluated or approved by the FDA. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). These products are intended to support general well being and are not intended to treat, diagnose, mitigate, prevent, or cure any condition or disease. If conditions persist, please seek advice from your medical doctor.
Description
PLANT NAME (Botanical name): EUCALYPTUS (Eucalyptusglobulus)
Oil of Eucalpytus is distilled from native gum leaves, and is a natural product with wonderful medicinal properties. It relieves the symptoms of colds and flu, making it easier to breathe; soothes and penetrates the skin bringing quick relief to aches and pains; a strong antiseptic and germicidal disenfectant; an excellent deodorant and sanitiser, a powerful cleaner, solvent and penetrating oil.
Commonly used to scent topical preparations such as linimentsand salves. It also serves as a flavoring in cold and cough productssuch as inhalants, cough drops and syrups.
Aromatherapy: purifying, invigorating, cooling
In the late 1700's,early botanists first tackled the job of describingthe more than 500 species of eucalyptus. The job isn't yet complete.Botanists are still discovering new varieties and hybrids and revising oldclassifications.
The genus name for eucalyptus is the Greek'Eu kalyptos' which means 'well-covered'. It refers to the flower budswhich are cone shaped and have a lid-like structure that opens as theflowers mature. Eucalyptus trees exude a sticky, tannin-rich substanceknown as kino. Because of its astringent properties, kino has a history ofmedicinal use.
In fact, 19th century British colonistsnoting the fragrant, medicinal aroma of eucalyptus groves, planted the'fever trees' in tropical fever-ridden districts throughout the Empire tohelp drive away insects and contagious disease. The extensive root systemof these trees also helped dry out water-logged soils, deterringdisease-carrying insects, especially mosquitoes, which need standing waterto breed.
Today, most eucalyptus oils come fromCalifornia as well as Australia, Tasmania, Brazil, China, India, Portugal,Russia and Spain. The oils are steam-distilled from the fresh leaves andbranch tips. The initial distillation yields a darker yellow oil than mostcommercially available oil. The crude oil is then redistilled, removingless stable constituents that cause it to deteriorate more rapidly. Thesecond distillation also produces a more consistent product.
People familiar with the sweet, fresh, woodyaroma of green eucalyptus leaves are often surprised by the more medicinalaroma of the oil. The difference is explained by the chemical changes thatnaturally occur when heat is applied during distillation andredistillation. Also, some aroma constituents in the living plant are nota part of the essential oil. For those who prefer a sweeter aroma, thelemon-scented oil is a good alternative
Their are three varieties of eucalyptus oils:industrial; perfumery oils; and medicinal and aromatherapy oils.
The species of tree and its essential oilused in industry contains constituents used in floatation. It is a processused mainly in the mining industry to separate ore particles from unwantedminerals.
The lemon-scented eucalyptus oil used inperfumery contains nearly 90 percent citronellal along with geraniol. Bothof these constituents are primary fragrancing compounds in the perfume andcosmetics industry.
The primary active constituent in themedicinal/aromatherapy eucalyptus species is cineol, also known aseucalyptol. The medicinal, camphoraceous aroma of cineol is activating,vitalizing and energizing. Hundreds of cold and flu preparations such ascough drops, throat lozenges and chest rubs use eucalyptol.
By experimenting with the wide variety ofeucalyptus essential oils available, you can chart a truly personal coursethrough the garden to the aromatic benefits of eucalyptus essential oils.
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Directions
Adults: Take 5-10 drops in water daily.
Ingredients
Contains 100% Pure Eucalyptus Oil
Pure natural eucalyptus oil is obtained from steamed eucalyptus leaves, growing in clean unpolluted air. It is a premium quality pharmaceutical grade oil, guaranteed to comply with the British Pharmacopoeia (B.P.) No pesticides or fertilizers are used. No artificial additives, aromas or flavourings are added.
Cautions
For External Use Only!
Keep out of reach of children.
First Aid: If poisoning occurs, get to a doctor or hospital quickly. If swallowed do not induce vomiting. Drink a glass of water.
Additional Information
Swiss Herbal products are an exclusive line of premium quality, natural source vitamins, minerals and supplements as well as herbs, cosmetics and herbal remedies. All products are prepared to the highest standards of quality control, from raw materials right through the entire manufacturing process. Samples are sent to independent laboratories to verify that these high standards are met or surpassed for purity, potency, stability and freshness.
All Swiss Herbal products are packed in tamper-proof pharmaceutical-grade& recyclable containers.
All vitamins and supplements are guaranteed for purity, potency and stability for up to three years.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Products are intended to support general well being and are not intended to treat, diagnose, mitigate, prevent, or cure any condition or disease. If conditions persist, please seek advice from your medical doctor. The essence of the current American rule on Traditional Uses is, as stated by FTC, "Claims based on historical or traditional use should be substantiated by confirming scientific evidence, or should be presented in such a way that consumers understand that the sole basis for the claim is a history of use of the product for a particular purpose."
